FLYING LION LAUNCHES REMOTE STAFFING SERVICE FOR DFR OPERATIONS
24/7 Remote Pilot Support Enables Continuous Drone as First Responder (DFR) and Security Operations
REDONDO BEACH, Calif., August 25, 2026 – Flying Lion, Inc., a leading provider of drone services for public safety, law enforcement, municipalities, and security organizations, today announced the launch of its Remote Staffing Service. The comprehensive solution provides custom-built pilot management software combined with highly trained remote pilots to support Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs and security operations around the clock.
Designed to address staffing challenges and extend operational availability, Flying Lion’s Remote Staffing Service gives agencies access to experienced sworn and unsworn Remote Pilots who can rapidly respond to flight requests and support mission-critical drone operations.
Remote pilots may be integrated directly into an agency’s Real-Time Crime Center (RTCC) / Security Operations Center (SOC), or they can provide support remotely through Flying Lion’s dedicated remote operations capabilities. For organizations requiring law enforcement experience, Flying Lion can also provide current or recently retired sworn personnel to support mission requirements.
With experience supporting more than 120,000 drone flights across public safety and security missions, Flying Lion brings proven operational expertise and scalable support to organizations seeking to enhance their drone programs without increasing internal staffing requirements. Flying Lion pilots are cross trained across all major DFR software and hardware platforms – enabling quick integration into any existing DFR program.
“One of the biggest advantages of Flying Lion’s Remote Staffing Service is that we’re not tied to any specific drone, dock, or software platform,” said Barry Brennan, Founder and President of Flying Lion. “Our team can seamlessly support virtually any combination of hardware and software an agency chooses to deploy. By pairing that flexibility with highly trained remote pilots, we help agencies expand drone operations into true 24/7 DFR and security programs. Whether a flight is automatically triggered or manually requested, our remote pilots can be in the cockpit and providing critical aerial support within minutes.”
KEY BENEFITS
- Rapid response for DFR and security missions
- 24/7 operational coverage through scheduled or on-demand staffing
- Hardware- and software-agnostic deployment support
- Availability of both sworn and unsworn remote pilots
- Reduced staffing and operational costs
- Expanded operational coverage and program scalability
- Reduced organizational risk and liability
- Support for cross-jurisdictional and multi-agency operations
FLYING LION CUSTOM APPLICATION SUITE
With Flying Lion’s custom-built software, the full lifecycle of an on-demand flight is handled – including:
- Dispatching Flights
- Tracking Call Dispositions
- Maintaining Communication with Dispatchers and Watch Commanders
- Ensuring Airspace Awareness During Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations
- Generating End of Day Reports
SUPPORTING AGENCIES WHEN STAFFING MATTERS MOST
Flying Lion’s Remote Staffing Service is designed to augment existing personnel, fill unexpected staffing gaps, accelerate the launch of new drone programs, or fully outsource remote pilot operations. The flexible staffing model allows agencies to maintain continuous coverage while controlling costs and maximizing the value of their drone investments.
ABOUT FLYING LION
Founded in 2014, Flying Lion, Inc. is a premier provider of drone services for law enforcement, public safety agencies, municipalities, and commercial security organizations. With over 120,000 flights, Flying Lion is one of the most experienced drone service providers in North America. Flying Lion specializes in Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations and offers remote pilot staffing, FAA regulatory consulting, training, dock installation and maintenance, equipment leasing, and operational program support.
MEDIA CONTACT
Steven Katz
VP, Flying Lion, Inc.
sk@flyinglioninc.com
+1 (310) 702-8147
Sales Inquiries: sales@flyinglioninc.com
Website: flyinglioninc.com